Chapter 53: Chapter 53

**Cassie’s POV**

Angel bids her goodbye as she needs to go to her brother. She mentioned before that her brother is an ex-military soldier of their country, single, and currently a teacher at a nearby school. I did not know why she added the word single to her brother's description.

But what I am a bit worried about is my boss. He is refusing to leave, and he is so stubborn, saying that he can't leave my son.

I hope my boss is not some kind of child pervert, or I will shift into my werewolf form and not hesitate to cut his neck.

But on a serious note, maybe its too strange; I can see Derek being genuinely worried for my son.

I am thankful for that, especially because he is helping me take care of my son. It is a relief on my part when Charlie is not shaking in the cold and whimpering in pain. It looks like the Moonlight Blessings have finally come to an end.

"It is already late," I said to my boss. He is still sitting on the side of the bed, caressing the hair of my sleeping son.

"You might think that I am a weirdo now, right? Because I am so worried about a boy, to your son that I only met once and barely talked that time," he monologues, looking out of nowhere.

"I am confused as well. I do not understand why I felt so worried about this young man. I have never been this worried for too long," he said, sounding like he was in trouble.

I sighed and touched his back like I was consoling him.

"Maybe you are just having a crisis. Maybe deep inside of you, you want to build your family. Maybe you want a son or affection. Please don't be hard on yourself. It is too late now, and you can't go home. Do you want to stay here? I have a spare blanket and pillows, but I am worried that you will sleep on the floor." And then I realized that I said something wrong.

I mentally slapped my head. Who am I to make this multi-billionaire sleep on the floor?

"I am so sorry; I didn't mean to offend you at all. Maybe I will just guide you outside." I stutter.

"Hey, it is okay. I do not want to go home yet. I don't know why, but I would not have a good night's rest being kept worried by this boy."

"Yes, you are right," I mentioned.

"Maybe you are right, Cassie. Maybe I long for affection. Maybe I can see myself in this boy. I was raised alone by my relatives, and I grew up without my family."

I am a bit taken aback by what he said. Why is he opening up about his past?

"I am sorry to hear that. Somehow, I can relate to you. I was too young to remember the face of my mother when she left us too early. I long for a mother's affection, but I have someone to ease the pain since I have my brothers and my dad too."

"You are lucky."

I prepared the place where he would sleep. He will sleep on the floor, and I did my best to make him comfortable.

The next morning, I was surprised that my kitchen was full of so much food. I did not expect it at all.

"H-How?" I ask him.

"Well, I think Charlie needs to eat lots of food since he needs to replenish his strength. We can share this with your family, too. You said that your father and brother are just a few pads away from here."

And just like great timing, I was beyond afraid when I saw my father and my brothers looking hostile toward my boss.

Their glare is enough to make a normal human shiver in fear. But to my surprise, my boss is just fine, as if the werewolf dominance that these boys have is just nothing.

"Dad! Brothers! This is my boss, and he just gave us food. Come! Ket, we have our breakfast," I said to them.

It is awfully quiet now as if they are observing each other.

They enter the kitchen and help them prepare their food. I prepared a plate for them and utensils when my father asked my boss a few questions. You bet I am praying so fast in my mind.

"What are your intentions for my daughter?" My dad dropped the bomb.

"Dad, he is just my boss."

"I am not asking you, Cassie," Dad said, being too serious.

"Cassie is right, sir. I am just visiting. By the way, I am Derek Ross."

Marcus meddles. "You are the owner of my favorite shoe company?"

"No way, you are also the CEO of my favorite clothing line!" Tom mention.

"He also owns the newest tech company!"

Well, my brothers look well-versed in my boss status. So I hope they will not mess with my boss!

But it turns out that they look like newfound friends now. I cannot see the hostility that I witnessed a while ago. They interact as if they are all lost friends. Even my dad looks cool with Derek.

"Mom?" My son looks finally awake.

"Charlie. Are you feeling well now?" I put my palm on his forehead. It looks like he is okay now. He is not hot at all.

"Yes, Mom. I am sorry if I made you worry. I promise to Dad that I will always make you happy."

"And you always do! Please don't be upset. Your uncle Derek is here! He brought you lots of snacks," I said to him while carrying him as we reached the kitchen.

"Wow! So much steak!" My son giggled.

Hey, young man, how are you feeling?" Mr. Derek asked

"I am okay now, good sir. Thanks for the good," my son said with full enthusiasm. I've never seen Charlie this happy since Kaiden left us.

"If you need something, tell me, and I will give it right away."

I cannot help but think of my late husband. Kaiden loves spoiling our son. It feels like deja vu right now.

"Thank you, sir!"

"Just call me Uncle Derek."

"Uncle Derek? Okay!"

And in an instant, my son found a new friend in the body of my boss. As if they were real fathers and sons.

"Don't you have work today?" "I am afraid that I am spoiling your time."

"I am just fine, Cassie. I am still playing with your son! He looks smart and is a very energetic kind of boy."

"He took that trait from his dad."

Strangely, Mr. Derek Ross looks down.